Senior Electrical Transmission Engineer

Senior Electrical Transmission Engineer

Location: Bentley, WA
Work Type: Full Time | Permanent

Engineer the Future of Energy in Regional WA

As a Senior Electrical Transmission Engineer, you'll be the technical expert helping shape the future of Horizon Power's transmission and substation network across some of Western Australia's most unique and challenging environments. From major asset replacement projects to renewable energy integration, you'll influence critical engineering decisions that keep regional communities powered.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your ideas are heard, and your work has a visible impact, this is it.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide specialist engineering advice and technical leadership across transmission and substation assets.
• Review and approve complex engineering designs, specifications and technical documentation.
• Lead engineering risk assessments and Safety in Design activities to deliver safe, reliable outcomes.
• Support major transmission projects, asset replacement programs and renewable energy initiatives.
• Investigate network and protection system issues, identifying practical solutions to improve performance.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with stakeholders across operations, projects and asset management.

What you’ll bring

• Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Strong experience in transmission, substations, power systems or utility operations.
• Expertise in protection systems, protection relays and settings development.
• Experience delivering complex infrastructure projects through design, construction and commissioning.
• Sound knowledge of transmission networks, engineering standards and industry best practice.
• A collaborative approach, strong communication skills and the ability to navigate competing priorities.

Why Horizon Power?
You'll join a highly collaborative team that values teamwork as much as technical capability. Here, you'll work alongside experienced specialists, contribute to strategic energy projects, and help deliver cleaner, more reliable energy solutions for regional Western Australia.

Applications close: 6th of August
Please note: In some cases, we may close advertising earlier than the closing date, so don’t miss your chance!

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Across our organisation, we recognise and reward people and offer work that works with you. We're committed to equality and celebrate the diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all characteristics that make our Horizon Power team so special. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are dedicated to ensuring that all candidates have equal opportunity and, if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re here to support you. If you want more amazing reasons of why Horizon Power should be your employer of choice, check our careers page to find out more. https://www.horizonpower.com.au/about-us/careers/